2014 New Student Orientation Leader Application

THE ORIENTATION LEADER APPLICATION IS DUE at NOON ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21st, 2014. ANY APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED AFTER THEN WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.THANK YOU.

What is an Orientation Leader?

Someone who is friendly, passionate, and involved at Gonzaga

Seeking to make a difference in the lives of our incoming freshman-the class of 2018- and transfer students

Committed to forever impacting the students they work with

What are the responsibilities?

You will be an influential first impression to our new students

Be responsible for a group of up to twenty-five students

Serve as a resource for incoming students for guidance, leadership, and friendship

Work closely with O-Core to prepare for the Orientation weekend

Additionally, leaders are required to meet multiple times before completion of the Spring Semester. Orientation is an amazing and fun filled weekend for everyone involved, but be prepared for the commitment.

The Interview Process:

THIS APPLICATION IS DUE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21st ONLINE.

Upon completion of First Round Interviews, if we feel as though we were not able to get to know you well enough, you may be invited to an individual interview.

The following dates are REQUIRED by all accepted applications. If applying, please understand that (unless otherwise discussed) there are NO EXCEPTIONS to these dates.

In the 2014-2015 school year, are you planning on being part of GSBA, Residence Life Staff, Reality Camp, GOOB, Bridge, or a Knight/Seton? If so, Please inform us of your involvement:

Please mark a group interview preference:

Monday, February 24

Thursday, February 27

Friday, February 28

Select Your Job Preference (rank 1-4)

Rough and Tough:

As a Rough & Tough member you will work behind the scenes to keep orientation running smoothly. This includes lots of physical activity but anyone can be useful. Additionally it is an incredibly fun experience.

Parent Support:

As a Parent Support team member you will meet and talk with parents of new students. This job works with the Parent Orientation which is headed by Amy Swank.

Small Group Leader:

As a Small Group Leader you will be in charge of leading a small group of new students and helping them transition to life in college. You will also help out with various aspects of orientation including orientation station, helping students move in, ect.

Super Group Leader:

A a Super Group Leader you will be in charge of your own group of small group leaders. You will be the primary communication source between O-Core and all of the various student leaders helping out over orientation.

Preference 1:

Preference 2:

Preference 3:

Preference 4:

Questions

Please limit your response to one paragraph per question

Why do you want to be a group leader? How will you incorporate your love and knowledge of Gonzaga into your leader position? What will you do for your group specifically to make sure they feel welcome?

If chosen as a Leader, what is something unique that you bring to Orientation 2014?

As an applicant for Group Leader, how do you think Small Groups could be improved?

This is a serious commitment. We will rely on you to give 110% every second that you are here. Provide an example of a dedicated effort in which you have engaged.

Do you participate in any on/off campus activities, groups, and/or organizations? If so, which?